Average Financial Award & Aid

Why Should I Apply for Aid?

Every family's situation is different. In fact, Otterbein awards need-based aid to families with higher incomes than most public universities do. The FAFSA also guarantees families access to low-interest student loans.

Average Awarded Aid (2015-2016)*

Average Family Income

Average Award

>$135,000

$17,291

<$125,000

$19,403

<$100,000

$19,702

<$60,000

$22,825

<$30,000

$27,139

*based on parents' total income from FAFSA.
Reflects merit and need-based aid. Does not include loans.